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Welch: Judge position ‘goal for a long time’

Christopher received a bachelor's degree in political science from Trinity College and a law degree from the Wake Forest University School of Law.

Christopher was a partner at Welch and Avery, as well as an assistant district attorney.

Christopher J. Welch currently serves as a District Court Judge in Judicial District 4. He was appointed in 2019 and has served one term.

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Received a Juris Doctorate from Wake Forest University School of Law.

Worked as a partner at Welch and Avery, specializing in criminal defense and family law.

Served as an assistant district attorney in Onslow and Duplin counties.

- Received a Juris Doctorate from Wake Forest University School of Law.
- Worked as a partner at Welch and Avery, specializing in criminal defense and family law.
- Served as an assistant district attorney in Onslow and Duplin counties.

Legal Experience

As of June 14, 2024, Christopher J. Welch did not have a website or any information online.

Ethics & Conduct

Judicial Administration

Judicial Philosophy

Has served as a member of the Onslow County Bar and the Criminal Defense Section of the North Carolina Advocates for Justice.

- Has served as a member of the Onslow County Bar and the Criminal Defense Section of the North Carolina Advocates for Justice.

Community Involvement

Christopher J. Welch

Christopher received a bachelor's degree in political science from Trinity College.

As of June 24, 2024, Christopher J. Welch did not have a website and did not complete our questionnaire.

Christopher J. Welch currently serves as District Court Judge in Judicial District 4. He was appointed in 2019 and has served one term.

As of June 14, 2024, Christopher J. Welch did not have a website and did not complete our questionnaire.

- District Court judges hear civil, criminal, and juvenile cases. Civil cases dealing with divorce, child custody, and child support are heard in District Court. 
- Under the District Court, the magistrate can try small claims cases ($10,000 or less), landlord eviction cases, and suits for recovery of personal property. A magistrate is an independent judicial officer, recognized by the North Carolina Constitution as an officer of the district court. 
- District Court Judges are elected for a four-year term. Elections are partisan. 